Research paper

In first step, I need a two-page outline based on essay question below. The outline will contain a title for paper, a well-articulated thesis statement, and a topic sentence for each paragraph.

Then, I need first draft of 1,500-2,000 word critical sociological research paper. You are expected to use textbook and obtain three additional peer-reviewed sources.

At last, I need a final research paper which addresses the changes and suggestions recommended by peer review.

 Paper Format

•                    Clearly state the question being answered in the essay

•                    At least 1,500 words and no more 2,000 words (not including cover page or references)

•                    Typed, double-spaced, in 12 pt Times New Roman Font with 1 inch margins and page numbers

•                    Use APA in-text citation formatting and APA reference list formatting

 References

You are expected to make use of your text, Family Dynamics: A Canadian Perspective and three additional sociological peer-reviewed academic sources. You must use in-text citations (in APA format) within the body of your paper for all ideas, quotes, and paraphrases of material you have gained from any source. Your reference list must include all sources you have consulted in the researching and writing of your paper.

Consider the following journals for source material. You can also use other journals in addition to these:

ESSAY QUESTION

Question #1 (One family, two incomes): Research the impact of women working outside the home. In what ways has the increase of women working outside the home impacted domestic life—especially with regard to notions of the “time crunch”? Things to consider: How has the family changed over the past six decades? As the family has changed, what social, cultural, and political effects has it had on the family structure?

Below are the criteria that will be considered in grading paper. Please note that this information is not exhaustive and other factors may be considered to determine grades. This information is provided to help guide you in the development of paper.

Body

___ Introduction grabs the reader’s attention

___ Provides an outline of the paper (implies an organization of ideas).

___ Student supports their position using appropriate course materials

___ Key terms are defined when used (within the body or as footnotes).

___ Supportive arguments are based upon research

___ Relevance of supportive arguments (i.e. quotes from other authors) to the main thesis are explicitly stated

___ Paragraphs contain topic sentences

___ Counter arguments are included, if necessary, and fairly addressed

Conclusion

___ Restates the main supportive arguments used in service of the thesis

___ Does not introduce new ideas or concepts

Paraphrasing & Quotations used to illustrate argument

___ Sources are sociological and appropriate for the topic

___ Student makes appropriate use of course materials

___ Quotations are cited properly

___ The relevance or significance of the quotation for the student’s argument is explicitly stated by the student and do not ‘speak for themselves’.

___ Student avoids overuse of quotations

___ Student paraphrases research material appropriately

Quality of writing

___ submission is free of filler (unnecessary sentences, and unfinished thoughts).

___ Use of correct and appropriate sociological terminology

___ Demonstrates understanding of course related concepts

___ Writing is at an appropriate level

___ Writing is for an academic audience and avoids use of contractions (e.g., don’t, can’t) and informal language